2007 Renault Clio 2.0L Petrol · MA07 AEN

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of deferred attention regarding suspension and braking components. The most recent test in November 2022 at 85,000 miles passed with advisories for a nearside front suspension arm ball joint and pitted rear brake discs. This follows a recurring trend where mechanical wear is addressed only after reaching a threshold of failure, as seen in the 2019 test where both front ball joints were flagged as worn out. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. There is a significant gap in data between June 2019 at 84,600 miles and November 2022 at 85,000 miles, indicating the car covered only 400 miles in over three years. This low usage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components and corrosion rather than mileage-based wear, which explains the failure of coil springs and exhaust components in 2016 despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must inspect inspect the entire front suspension geometry, as the record shows repeated issues with ball joints, track rod ends, and steering rack arms over the last decade. The braking system requires close scrutiny; the history shows binding rear calipers, thin pads in 2014, and scored discs in 2022. Given the long periods of inactivity, a physical check for seized components and structural corrosion on the chassis and exhaust system is essential, as the vehicle has previously failed for insecure seat belt mounts and corroded springs.